Preparatory programme
All applicants for the Master of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy begin by taking the preparatory programme.
Master's programme
The first year of the master's programme offers a general, evidence-based approach to the various domains of physiotherapy and rehabilitation sciences. Students will be trained in research methodologies and their applications. In the second year, the focus shifts to the knowledge and skills related to one of the majors offered at the faculty. In the master’s programme you choose from one of five majors:
- Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
- Neurological Rehabilitation
- Paediatric Rehabilitation
- Rehabilitation for Internal Disorders
- Rehabilitation in Mental Health Care
A 3-month clinical internship is performed in conjunction with the chosen major.
ProgrammeMaster of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy
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Admission requirements
All students who did not obtain their previous degree at an institution of the Flemish Community, must submit an application via the Admissions office. Be sure to check out the specific admission requirements (diploma requirements, language requirements and possible additional requirements). The only way to know whether you can be admitted to any of our programmes is by applying and completing the application process.
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Is this the right programme for me?
- Are you interested in rehabilitation sciences and physiotherapy in general and motivated to pursue further studies?
- Are you convinced that evidence-based physiotherapy is the future of our profession? Do you have a critical attitude towards the subject material and are you eager to gain more in-depth knowledge?
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For the most recent - and only official information - on application deadlines, check the application window for this programme.
Application procedure
Check the information on how to apply for this programme. There is also a video that explains the application procedure from start to finish.
The study costs consist of the yearly tuition fee on the one hand, and degree specific costs on the other hand. Beside study costs you also need to take living and transportation expenses into account.
- tuition fees
- specific study costs for this degree
- cost of living in Belgium
Tuition fees
It is worth noting that our tuition fees are more affordable than many other leading universities thanks to generous government financing of higher education in Belgium. The fees for any individual student are contingent upon their academic programme and the nationality of the student.
For the most recent – and only official information – on the tuition fees, check the tuition fee calculator.
Scholarships
KU Leuven offers a variety of scholarships for qualifying students. Just as with our tuition fees, these scholarships may be contingent on a student’s academic programme or nationality, so be sure to thoroughly check eligibility requirements before applying.
Career perspectives
The programme prepares you for a job as a physiotherapist. As an employee, you can work in numerous care institutions such as outpatient clinics, hospitals and elderly care centres.You can also set up as an independent physiotherapist or associate in a practice.
Furthermore, you can work in institutes for special education, in consultancies and institutes for persons with impaired motor skills, and in sports clubs.
Your degree also gives you the opportunity to work in research or to enter a commercial position.
Further studies
Masters in rehabilitation sciences and physiotherapy can re-enrol once for another (additional) specialisation after obtaining the Flemish master's degree. For further information contact the Helpdesk.
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